As a therapist, I see this pattern often: when we’re overwhelmed, our bodies shift into survival mode. We lose emotional tolerance, our patience shrinks, and small things feel enormous. Movement is one of the most effective ways to regulate the nervous system. It releases tension, supports hormone balance, increases energy, and creates space for emotional grounding.

Dr. Katie experienced this firsthand. Exercise didn’t “fix” her life overnight, but it gave her the internal resources to handle it. Over time, she noticed she felt calmer, more centered, more present. She began waking up a few minutes before her kids to breathe, pray, and prepare her heart for the day. Small shifts compounded into big ones.

Learn practical, compassionate holiday boundary strategies to protect your peace and support your family during gatherings. A grounded guide for overwhelmed moms.

Moms have so much on their plate, and they need a therapist who understands them. Between your overloaded schedules, brain fog, exhaustion, and constant worries, finding support for all that is holding you back can help you live your best life.

Amy interviewed Katy Harvey, RD on the Everyday Supermoms Podcast about our tricky relationships with our bodies, food and how we navigate it all as moms.

The holidays are magical and EXHAUSTING! Moms often need extra self care and grace in the weeks following the major push for the holidays. Here’s 3 tips to help you recover from the holiday season.

Moms are notorious for putting ourselves last. In this blog post, I address the most common excuses moms use for not seeking therapy or counseling to get themselves the support they need. Whether limited money or time, minimizing the severity of the situation, or thinking that talking to your friends is good enough, I address why these things may be keeping you from living your best motherhood.

This blog explores common postpartum mental health challenges, including the baby blues, postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and psychosis. It highlights the emotional struggles mothers may face after childbirth, emphasizing the importance of recognizing symptoms like persistent sadness, excessive worry, intrusive thoughts, and difficulty bonding with the baby. Seeking professional support, such as therapy or counseling, is crucial for recovery and well-being. The post encourages breaking the stigma around postpartum mental health, reminding mothers that asking for help is a sign of strength and essential for both their own health and their families' well-being.

Motherhood can be incredibly rewarding, but it also brings significant mental health challenges. This blog breaks down the stigma that prevents many mothers from seeking mental health support, addressing common struggles like postpartum depression, anxiety, and burnout. It highlights the importance of prioritizing mental well-being, not just for moms, but for their families too. By normalizing therapy and challenging unrealistic expectations, we can create a supportive environment where mothers feel empowered to care for their mental health without guilt.